Becoming a better editor

- [Instructor] Whew, so at this point…we've gone through this whole course…and learned a ton…but editing is an art…and as such there's always more to learn,…so here's some things I suggest…to improve your cutting chops.…First, get a good understanding of story,…check out and re-check out the second course…in the series on writing.…Read a book on screen writing or story structure,…for that I might recommend The Writer's Journey…or Save the Cat.…

Also, edit a bunch of different styles.…Edit a horror movie, edit a comedy,…edit a drama, edit an action movie,…edit a music video.…Even if these genres aren't your thing,…you'll learn a ton by researching them…and digging into their own unique editing language…and in turn, that will help you shape…your own personal style and preferences.…In addition to that, try reediting something.…This was so eye opening for me on the assurance.…Try to recut something to change the story…or completely change the genre.…

One of my favorite things online…is when people make those movie trailers…

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10/1/2018

Learn what it actually takes to create a short film—from the brainstorming stage, all the way until opening night. Each installment of the 13-part Creating a Short Film series focuses on different aspects of the production workflow. Here, filmmaker Chad Perkins focuses on editing, providing real-world context by showing how the concepts highlighted in the course were applied in the making of The Assurance, the short film featured throughout the series. Chad starts with the basics of the editing workflow. He then goes over fundamental techniques, including how to select the right take, create a montage, and determine when to cut. Plus, learn how to reframe shots, create a rough cut, make rolling end credits, export shots, render for film festivals and theatrical screenings, and much more.